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Mississippi AG says use of force was 'justified' in fatal shooting of toddler - NPR
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Elise Gregg
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The Mississippi Attorney General has ruled that a police officer's use of force was justified in a shooting that resulted in the death of a one-year-old child. The decision has sparked criticism from local lawmakers and the child's family.
Why it matters
The case raises significant questions about police accountability, use-of-force policies, and racial bias within law enforcement agencies.
Mississippi's Attorney General says the use of force was justified when a toddler was killed during a police shooting after a shoplifting.
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